Operator, Nutritional Yeast
Location: US, IA, Cedar Rapids
Department: 130 - Nutritional Yeast Packaging
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Entry level
Required education: High School or equivalent
Industry: Food Production
Function: Manufacturing

Company profile:
Red Star Yeast Company LLC (RSYC), a leader in the Yeast Manufacturing Industry, is a joint venture between Lesaffre Yeast Corporation and ADM. Red Star Yeast is proud to operate a state of the art facility that opened its doors in 2005 in Cedar Rapids, IA as the largest fresh yeast manufacturing facility in North America. The Lesaffre Yeast Corporation has been providing quality yeast products since 1853 and is the world leader in yeast and yeast extracts with a presence in more than 40 countries worldwide.Red Star Yeast Company LLC’s success comes from strong values, passion for excellence in our yeast business, and partnership with its employees and customers.Dedication - Is the main ingredient of our past and future successes.Professional - Is who we are.Responsible - To our customers, fellow employees, families and communities.Pride - Is what we feel about our products, know-how and technology.Respect - Is what keeps us focused and united.

Job description:
Red Star Yeast Company LLC (RSYC), a leader in the Yeast Manufacturing Industry, is now accepting resumes for a Nutritional Yeast Operator position at our Cedar Rapids, IA location! RSYC is a joint venture between Lesaffre Yeast Corporation and ADM, and is proud to have a state of the art facility that opened its doors in 2005 as the largest fresh yeast manufacturing facility in North America. The Lesaffre Yeast Corporation has been providing quality yeast products since 1853 and is the world leader in yeast and yeast extracts with a presence in more than 30 countries worldwide. The primary purpose of the Nutritional Yeast Operator is to ensure that product is processed and packaged correctly and in a timely manner.  This requires a wide range of knowledge and skills, many of which can be learned on the job.  The ideal candidate will have strong communication and customer service skills that have been demonstrated throughout their work history. Job ResponsibilitiesOperate equipment safely and efficiently.Understand and follow safety, GMP, food safety, and other rules or policies.Perform sanitation of equipment, infrastructure, grounds, and other assigned areas.Monitor quality assurance controls during the production process.   Assist in trouble-shooting of equipment and process problems.Communicate and interact with other employees, customers, and management personnel in a respectful and effective manner.Work Schedule: Night Operator, 2 days on/2days off rotation, 6pm-6am

Requirements:
Ability to follow instructions, learn and ask questions.Mechanical aptitude and trouble-shooting skills.Good customer service and people skills.Ability to manage time and plan ahead.Ability to work as part of a team and independently.Ability to operate forklifts and production/packaging equipment.Ability to prioritize tasks and ensure completion of assignments.Knowledge of manufacturing and packaging processes preferred.Best qualified candidates will have demonstrated good performance and attendance records.High school diploma or GED required.

Benefits:
 Full-time, Non-Exempt Hourly Position – Offering Competitive Wages &amp; Shift DifferentialBenefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee and Dependent Life Insurance, Long and Short Term Disability, and Paid Vacation and Sick Time.401K with Company match and a Performance Incentive Program